SPORT 1ST XV Rugby Never in the history of AGS rugby, have so few, battled so hard, to overcome adversity and resolve the dilemma they found themselves in at the start of the 2017 season. Fresh from a successful tour of Singapore and Australia, where 4 of 5 games were won, we returned to pre-season to find that eight players had departed AGS for pastures new or had retired from the game due to changing priorities. We won’t dwell
completed this incredible journey. Words may not come close to conveying their true qualities and achievements but we must try.
on this negativity for more than a second. Because from out of this darkness, came light. Light in the form of character, resilience, determination and strength. The 2017 season was a long road of transformation. Week by week, we rebuilt our shattered confidence and worked hard to develop new combinations, partnerships and team vision. Stride by stride, moving forward. We’d get knocked down and we’d get up again. No-one could ever keep us down.
1. George Pratt – Reliable, 100% committed and brave 2. Sammy Roberston – Leader, inspirational and intelligent 3. Ore Oyinloye – Man of Steel 4. Adil Munir – Most improved, analytical and feisty 5. George Wyatt – Work horse, dependable and ever present 6. Jordan Dyer – Positive, honest and just keeps giving 7. Ed Giles – Tough, powerful and the perfect role model 8. Jonty Hanwell (Capt) – Leader, motivator and powerful
Gradually we created a defensive system which proved difficult to break down and expressed ourselves offensively with creativity and flair. From out of the ashes came giants. Giants of men who were prepared to put their body on the line, game after game, and pull on the shirt with pride and passion. We need not focus on results or score lines but give our 100% attention to the warriors who started and
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The Aylesburian 2017/2018
